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Old Goa: Saga Of Saints, Spices & Sovereigns | Heritage Walk

By Origins And Horizons
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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$13 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Explore Old Goa’s iconic churches and convents including Augustinian ruins.
  • Uncover forgotten hidden monastic sites with stories beyond the touristy lens.
  • Admire the Indo-Portuguese craftsmanship and sacred art.
  • Unravel Goa’s colonial history, from trade routes to missionary expeditions
  • Conclude the experience with a refreshing local drink.

Activity location

    • Velha Goa
    • Velha Goa, Goa, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Monte Santo, Old Goa, Goa 403402, India | The entrance/ parking area in front of the main entrance to Santa Monica Convent at Old Goa, Goa.
    • Old Goa, Goa, India

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Old Goa: Saga Of Saints, Spices & Sovereigns | Heritage Walk

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 3:00 PM
Price details
AU$13.02 x 1 AdultAU$13.02
Total
Price is AU$13.02

Old Goa: Saga Of Saints, Spices & Sovereigns | Heritage Walk

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Private Walk - You will get an exclusive walk with no other guests joining you/your group.

Language options: English
Starting time: 3:00 PM
Price details
AU$21.70 x 1 AdultAU$21.70
Total
Price is AU$21.70

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry to Churches that are part of the curated walk.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Immersive storytelling by an expert local.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lesser-known historical facts.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local lores and beliefs.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Decoding of sacred art and architectural styles.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A refreshment drink to conclude the walk.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private/ Public Transport to or from the meeting point/location.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food/Snacks/Drink unless specified in the itinerary.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hats, caps, sunglasses, sun cream, umbrella or raincoats. Kindly carry your own to avoid any convenience.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Ripped clothing, See-through clothing, Short skirts, Shorts, Sleeveless shirts
  • Not suitable for: People with heart problems, People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

Wander through grand cathedrals and crumbling convents as local storytellers trace the footsteps of saints, traders, and sovereigns.

Visit hidden nooks like the Rosary Church and the ruins of the Augustinian monastery, explore the oldest nunnery of Asia and learn how spices, ships, and salvation shaped the destiny of this once-cosmopolitan city.

As you explore the city with medieval maps, you'll hear stories from local voices who are deeply connected to the heritage of Old Goa and committed to its preservation.

Location

Activity location

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    • Velha Goa
    • Velha Goa, Goa, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Monte Santo, Old Goa, Goa 403402, India | The entrance/ parking area in front of the main entrance to Santa Monica Convent at Old Goa, Goa.
    • Old Goa, Goa, India
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Monte Santo, Old Goa, Goa 403402, India | The entrance/ parking area in front of the main entrance to Santa Monica Convent at Old Goa, Goa.
    • Old Goa, Goa, India